Tributes to Giani Tarlochan Singh

Takht Kesgarh Sahib jathedar Giani Tarlochan Singh, who died recently, received rich tributes on Saturday on his Bhog and Antim Ardas here.

Heads of many religious sects and social and political organisations participated in the memorial service. Paying floral tributes to Giani Tarlochan Singh, Punjab chief minister Parkash Singh Badal described him a great personality and an eminent Sikh scholar who had propagated the tenets of Sikhism worldwide through discourses.

"Gianiji's services for the well-being of Sikhism will always be the guiding light to inspire humanity," said Badal. "His campaign against drug addiction, female foeticide and environmental pollution will be remembered," he added. Deputy chief minister Sukhbir Singh Badal, who is also president of the state's ruling Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), said Giani Tarlochan Singh had served not only religion but also the mankind.